Materialise NV
Materialise's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Materialise completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Materialise has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Materialise's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Materialise amounted to 2,140 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Materialise increased by 16.94%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a
Materialise's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Materialise's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Materialise were 1,930 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has Materialise reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Materialise's Scope 1 emissions have remained relatively, stable, indicating that Materialise's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Materialise's Scope 1 emissions increased by 17.68%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a
What are Materialise's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Materialise reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 210 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a
Has Materialise reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Materialise's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 95.18%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Materialise's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) rose by 10.53% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energya
What methodology does Materialise use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Materialise reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a
Materialise's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Materialise's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Materialise reported 16,500 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of Materialise includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
Materialise's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Materialise's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Materialise reported total Scope 3 emissions of 16,500 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has Materialise reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Materialise's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 20.61%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Materialise's Scope 3 emissions increased by 22.86%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Materialise disclose?
In 2024, Materialise reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Materialise's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Materialise's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 5,400 tCO₂e (100%)
Materialise's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Materialise’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Materialise reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,930 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 326 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 5.93 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
Materialise's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Materialise's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Materialise reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 5.93 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.17, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Materialise rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Materialise ranked 17 out of 17 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
This places Materialise among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a
Insights into Materialise's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Materialise reported a total carbon footprint of 18,640 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 22.15% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a
The largest contributor to Materialise's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 88.52% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 10.35%.a